Trip from Bremen, IL to Bedford, IL

Drive Time

3h 36m

Distance

152.7 mi

246 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 24m ★

6 AM

3h 37m

8 AM

4h 2m

10 AM

3h 45m

12 PM

3h 43m

3 PM

3h 47m

5 PM

4h 0m

8 PM

3h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Bedford, IL

Kristian Thomas

Trip Overview

Spanning 152.7 miles across the Illinois Midwest, this trip connects Bremen to Bedford in approximately 3 hours and 36 minutes. Because the route is entirely local, you should plan for a full day of driving rather than a quick sprint. Budget roughly $23 for fuel to cover the distance, which is manageable as a single-day journey. You will navigate via East Holmes Street, Lehmen Drive, and South State Street to complete the transit. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, expect to spend your time focused on the road rather than cruising on high-speed interstates. It is an ideal path if you prefer a slower, more deliberate pace through the heart of the state.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

76.4 miles from Bremen, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .

Drive Character

Forget about monotonous highway cruising; this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend the entire time on local roads. The personality of the drive is defined by its turn-heavy nature, requiring your full attention as you navigate from Bremen to Bedford. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment on East Holmes Street is essentially non-existent. Prepare for a technical experience where the road surface and direction change frequently. This is a hands-on drive that keeps you engaged with the local landscape rather than leaving you to zone out behind the wheel.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Godfrey Road is the longest continuous segment at about 25.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 51.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 3h 36m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 51.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 60 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.7 miles (I 255; US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

51.5 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

60 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in

Take the exit toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago

60.7 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in | I 255; US 50

Merge onto I 255; US 50

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

120.5 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | IL 108 / North Main Street

Turn left onto IL 108 / North Main Street

Navigation decision point

132 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in | IL 100 / Broadway

At end of road, turn right onto IL 100 / Broadway

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Godfrey Road	25.7 mi	30m
IL 255	21 mi	24m
IL 159	19.2 mi	28m
South State Street	17.7 mi	22m
I 255	13.2 mi	15m
1640E	12.5 mi	17m
North Main Street	11.1 mi	19m
IL 15	8.4 mi	9m

Longest stretch: Godfrey Road — 25.7 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, IL and Bedford, IL.

Start on Chester Road

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Chester Road

Turn slight right onto IL 150

6.1 mi · 10 min · IL 150

Turn right onto IL 3

0.5 mi · 32 sec · East Holmes Street

Continue on IL 3

7.8 mi · 8 min · Lehmen Drive

Continue on IL 3

18 mi · 22 min · South State Street

Continue on IL 159

19 mi · 28 min · IL 159

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Merge onto IL 15

8.4 mi · 9 min · IL 15

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago

Merge onto I 255; US 50

13 mi · 15 min · I 255; US 50

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on IL 255

21 mi · 24 min · IL 255

Continue on US 67

26 mi · 30 min · Godfrey Road

Turn left onto IL 108

11 mi · 19 min · North Main Street

Continue on IL 108

0.2 mi · 4 min · Kampsville Ferry

Continue on IL 108

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Marquette Street

At end of road, turn right onto IL 100

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Broadway

Continue on IL 100

4.4 mi · 6 min · 1630E

Continue on IL 100

12 mi · 17 min · 1640E

Turn right onto 865 North

1.5 mi · 5 min · 865 North

Continue on 874 North

0.8 mi · 3 min · 874 North

Continue on Road 4000 East

1.0 mi · 3 min · Road 4000 East

Continue on Road 886 North

0.4 mi · 1 min · Road 886 North

Arrive at destination

Bedford Road

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 36-minute duration, aim for an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours on these local roads. Since the route is turn-heavy, schedule at least one stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus between the start and finish. The total fuel cost of $23 is quite reasonable, but keep a close eye on your gauge since local roads may offer fewer refueling options than major interstates. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as you can easily adjust your pace to accommodate the winding nature of the path. Most importantly, stay alert for frequent turns, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be navigating intersections more often than you might expect.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 76.4 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 1h 41m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 76.4 miles or 1h 41m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bedford, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bremen, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bremen, IL

This is one driving day of about 152.7 miles and 3h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bremen, IL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Godfrey Road for about 25.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 76.4 mi from Bremen, IL · 1h 41m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Edwardsville, IL

76 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Edwardsville, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Edwardsville, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.4 miles from Bremen, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Bedford, IL

The final approach into Bedford, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bedford, IL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.19 one way

$46.39 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$25.57	$51.14
premium	$4.80	$28.83	$57.65
diesel	$5.64	$33.92	$67.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	45.8	$16.03	$7.33
Efficient EV	38.2	$13.36	$6.11
EV Truck/SUV	61.1	$21.38	$9.77

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 19 hours ago

Origin

Bremen, IL

Evening in Bremen on Sunday

Local time

6:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bedford, IL

Evening in Bedford on Sunday

Local time

6:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

20 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 36m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bremen, IL to Bedford, IL covers 152.7 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Godfrey Road, IL 255, IL 159. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 76.4 miles from Bremen, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a straightforward 3h 36m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The route from Bremen, IL to Bedford, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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